Gossamer - characterized by unusual lightness and delicacy - тонкая ткань, осенняя паутинка
The gossamer wings of a butterfly, which allow it to fly, are also a curse, so delicate that they are often damaged.Perfidy - an act of deliberate betrayal; a breach of a trust - измена, прередательство
Sure, he was the best salesman in the company; but Michael had abused the trust of the firm, sharing product secrets with a competitor, and for such perfidy he was terminated.
Gainsay - deny or contradict, speak against or oppose - противоречить
I can't gainsay a single piece of evidence James has presented, but I still don't trust his conclusion.
Diffident - showing modest reserve; lacking self-confidence - неуверенный в себе, робкий, застенчивый
As a young girls she was diffident and reserved, but now as an adult, she is confident and assertive.
Deferential - showing respect - почтительный
If you ever have the chance to meet the president, stand up strait and be deferential.
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